Delphi TA2247 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner

Delphi TA2247 Inner Tie Rod End

Delphi TA2247 is a standard replacement steering tie rod end for the inner position, built for Ford Escort, Ford Tempo, Mercury Topaz, Mercury Lynx, and Mercury LN7 applications. It combines a straight design with high-strength steel housing and coated finish for dependable steering linkage service.

Key Features

• Part number: TA2247
• Inner steering tie rod end, straight type
• High-strength steel housing with steel tie rod material
• Coated finish in black and gray
• Female end 1 and male end 2 configuration
• Mounting hardware included
• Standard replacement grade
• Compatible with threaded stud connection

Product Details

Delphi TA2247 is engineered for OE-style steering service with dimensional and material analysis focused on fit and function. Delphi subjects its steering components to extreme temperature cycling and extended salt-spray exposure to evaluate durability in demanding conditions. This inner tie rod end uses a non-greaseable, non-adjustable design with no dust boot, no grease fitting, and a clockwise thread direction at both ends. The part number TA2247 is also referenced in aftermarket catalogs for the same application.

Compatible With 1981-1990 Ford Escort, inner; 1984-1989 Ford Tempo, inner; 1981-1987 Mercury Lynx, inner; 1982-1983 Mercury LN7, inner; and 1984-1989 Mercury Topaz, inner. For 1990 Ford Tempo and 1990 Mercury Topaz, the fitment applies to vehicles built to 05/1990.

What This Part Helps Address

• Loose or imprecise steering feel from worn inner tie rod components
• Steering play caused by worn threaded linkage joints
• Uneven front-end response during lane changes or turns
• Noise or clunking from steering linkage wear
• Restoration of steering geometry on listed Ford and Mercury models

Installation Notes

Verify thread direction, thread diameter, and position before installation. This inner tie rod end uses a 12.0 mm end 2 thread diameter, 22.0 mm end 1 thread diameter, and standard threaded stud design. Professional alignment is recommended after replacement to confirm steering wheel center and toe settings. Confirm vehicle build date for 1990 Ford Tempo and 1990 Mercury Topaz applications, since fitment is limited to vehicles built through 05/1990.

Quality Assurance

Delphi applies OE-focused engineering and validation to its aftermarket steering portfolio, including temperature and corrosion testing and dimensional/material checks for OE-to-aftermarket compatibility. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV118 for the same application.